Summer is the perfect time to grill! Everyone loves to grill but there are some important food safety issues to be aware of when grilling. First off it is crucial that you keep raw meats/poultry and cooked meats/poultry separate. Have an extra clean plate (not the one that had the raw meats) next to the grill to place the cooked meats on. Make sure to keep hot food hot and cold foods cold, and transport any food in the car and not in the trunk especially in these hot months. Have a meat thermometer next to you and make sure your meats reach the appropriate temperature. Keep meats and fruits/vegetables separate on your grill, so raw meats do not contaminate the fruits/vegetables. Have a safe grilling season and remember your food safety! Refer to the infographic below for more grilling food safety tips plus the temperature all your meats should get to.
-Written by Elizabeth Honner, SDSU Dietetic Student
References: eatright.org- Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
